The North Carolina Blueberry Scholarship Pageant Program
The North Carolina Blueberry Scholarship Pageant is a scholarship program created to promote and support the blueberry culture of Burgaw and Pender County, NC, along with the blueberry production throughout Eastern NC while also being involved in the community promoting community service and volunteerism.
North Carolina Blueberry Scholarship Pageant
The North Carolina Blueberry Scholarship Pageant is a distinguished event held annually in the Burgaw area, designed to promote and support the state's blueberry industry while empowering young women through education and community involvement. This scholarship program offers participants the opportunity to earn financial assistance for higher education, emphasizing the pageant's commitment to personal growth and academic achievement.
The pageant is open to young women across North Carolina, providing them with a platform to showcase their talents, engage in community service, and advocate for the state's blueberry industry. Winners are awarded scholarships to assist with their educational pursuits, reflecting the pageant's dedication to fostering leadership and academic excellence.
North Carolina Blueberry Scholarship Pageant Crowns 2026 Queens
Celebrating 12 years of scholarship, service, leadership, and community involvement, the North Carolina Blueberry Scholarship Pageant continues to provide young women with opportunities for personal growth, community engagement, and educational achievement while serving as ambassadors for Burgaw, the North Carolina Blueberry Festival, and the blueberry-producing communities of Eastern North Carolina.
This year's theme, "Red, White & Blueberry," celebrated America's upcoming 250th Anniversary and highlighted the patriotic spirit and community pride that make both our nation and our region special.
The newly crowned 2026 North Carolina Blueberry Queens are:
2026 Tiny Miss Blueberry, Magnolia Creech
2026 Mini Miss Blueberry, Nealie Grace Hatcher
2026 Little Miss Blueberry, Mary Blue Hatcher
2026 Petite Miss Blueberry, Arianna Jade Davis
2026 Junior Miss Blueberry, Riley Autry
2026 Young Miss Blueberry, Kaylie Weatherford
2026 Teen Miss Blueberry, Natalie Jones
2026 Miss Blueberry, Tatum Brown
Our Organization
One of the unique aspects of the North Carolina Blueberry Scholarship Pageant is its emphasis on education and empowerment. Scholarships are awarded to winners, enabling them to pursue higher education and fulfill their dreams. This focus on scholarship distinguishes the pageant as more than just a beauty competition; it's a platform for young women to showcase their talents while investing in their future.
North Carolina Blueberry Queens
The North Carolina Blueberry Scholarship Pageant is not only a celebration of beauty and talent but also a testament to the values of education, community, and opportunity. It serves as a beacon of inspiration for young women across the state, encouraging them to pursue their goals with confidence and determination.
This pageant is a closed title and is open to North Carolina contestants.
